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Headteacher Salary in Market Harborough

How much does a headteacher earn in Market Harborough?

Average base salary in Market Harborough

£74,575 per year

per year in Market Harborough · STPCD Leadership L6–L43

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,100 per year£74,575 per year£111,150 per year

Leads a school, sets strategy and is accountable for standards, safeguarding and staff. Pay follows the Leadership Pay Range in the STPCD. Headteacher pay in Market Harborough is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Market Harborough

Compare average headteacher pay in Market Harborough and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Market Harborough This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Mansfield£74,575 per yearView jobs
Margate£74,575 per yearView jobs
Market Drayton£74,575 per yearView jobs
Marlborough£74,575 per yearView jobs
Marlow£74,575 per yearView jobs
Matlock£74,575 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Headteacher get paid in Market Harborough?

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Market Harborough

How much does a headteacher earn in Market Harborough?

The average salary for a headteacher in Market Harborough is £74,575 per year, typically ranging from £55,100 per year to £111,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Market Harborough a well-paid area for headteachers?

Market Harborough tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for headteachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire headteachers in Market Harborough?

Live headteacher openings in Market Harborough rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a headteacher in Market Harborough increase their salary?

Headteachers in Market Harborough typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L6–L43, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between headteacher pay in Market Harborough and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Market Harborough it's £74,575 per year — a discount of £3,925 per year versus the UK average.

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